MountainLore

Steve Gilly, Gena Gilly
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Welcome to MountainLore, bringing you Appalachia's rich tradition of folk tales, ghostly whispers, and bewitching legends. Join us as we tell the timeless tales passed down through generations. From chilling encounters with restless spirits to the lore of cunning folk and mysterious witches, each episode of MountainLore invites you to lose yourself in the magic and mystery of Appalachia's captivating storytelling tradition. Tune in, and let the mountains whisper their secrets.

  1. 08/14/2024

    Granny Weiss And The Cursed Money

    In the 1820s, a man named Johnson from North Carolina fell gravely ill after stealing money from a cattle buyer. With the help of a wise granny woman, he discovered a remedy, but it came at a great cost. Discover the tale of Johnson's theft, his mysterious illness, and the supernatural wisdom of Granny Weiss, who guided his wife to the truth that would lift his affliction, but not without consequences that altered their lives forever. Sweet dreams, podcast listeners...

    11 min
  2. The Haunting of Walsingham Manor

    08/07/2024

    The Haunting of Walsingham Manor

    In Georgia, the Walsingham place, haunted by restless spirits and terrifying phenomena, drove a brave man to madness after a night of unspeakable horrors. Discover the chilling tale of the Walsingham family and their encounter with the supernatural, where eerie sounds and ghostly apparitions led to their hasty departure and about the man who later took a bet to stay in the haunted house.     He was never the same again. You can subscribe to the MountainLore podcast on Spreaker, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app. Sweet dreams, podcast listeners...

    12 min
  3. Andrew Jackson and the Bell Witch

    07/31/2024

    Andrew Jackson and the Bell Witch

    In the hills of Tennessee, General Andrew Jackson's encounter with the supernatural connects that famous man with the famous entity that haunted the Bell family 200 years ago. Discover the eerie tale of the Bell Witch, the spirit that tormented the Bells and had a spine-tingling encounter with none other than Andrew Jackson. You can subscribe to the MountainLore podcast on Spreaker, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app. Sweet dreams, podcast listeners...

    8 min

  4. 07/24/2024

    The White Feather

    In the mountains of Appalachia, a grieving widow named Rhodey experiences an eerie omen before her husband's tragic hunting accident, leading her to a profound belief in the supernatural. Discover the haunting tale of Rhodey and Alamander, where a white feather becomes a symbol of impending doom and a connection to the otherworldly. You can subscribe to the MountainLore podcast on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, or on your favorite podcast app. Sweet dreams, podcast listeners...

    8 min
  5. The Seven Spirits of the Haunted Spring

    07/17/2024

    The Seven Spirits of the Haunted Spring

    In the mountains of North Carolina, tales are told of a haunted spring where, on a dark night, you might witness a chilling procession of seven possums, seven ghostly men, and seven coffins—each an eerie echo of a long-forgotten tragedy.   Discover the legend of the seven spirits, believed to be the restless souls of men murdered during the Civil War. You can subscribe to the MountainLore podcast on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, or on your favorite podcast app.   Sweet dreams, podcast listeners...

    9 min
  6. The Devil's Due

    07/10/2024

    The Devil's Due

    In the mountains of North Carolina, nearly 200 years ago, Ephraim Tucker's quest to learn witchcraft from a mysterious witch led him to a terrifying encounter with the devil himself.   Desperate to escape his fate, Ephraim fled through the woods and swam across a raging river to safety. Though he survived, the encounter left him scarred for life.   Ephraim Tucker's story tells of the thin line between the natural and the supernatural, and the high price of seeking forbidden knowledge.   You can subscribe to the MountainLore podcast on Spreaker, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, or on your favorite podcast app.   Sweet dreams, podcast listeners...

    14 min

  7. 07/03/2024

    The Headless Dog of Cove Creek

    In the mountains of western North Carolina, a headless dog was said to emerge from an old schoolhouse grave to chase travelers, fueled by his and his human's tragic end at the hands of evil men.  This week, Steve and Gena tell the tale of the Headless Dog of Cove Creek, another one of the tales from Appalachia.   You can subscribe to the MountainLore podcast on Spreaker, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, Audible, or on your favorite podcast app. Sweet dreams, podcast listeners...

    8 min
  8. The Tale of Phoebe Ward, The Witch of the North Carolina Mountains

    06/26/2024

    The Tale of Phoebe Ward, The Witch of the North Carolina Mountains

    In the mountains of North Carolina, the mysterious and feared witch Phoebe Ward once roamed from place to place, weaving spells and leaving a mysterious legacy in her wake. Phoebe's life was as wild and twisted as the mountain trails themselves, and her legend only grew after a chilling encounter with some men one cold, moonless night.  Gather round while we tell you the tale of Phoebe Ward, the witch of the North Carolina Mountains. You can subscribe to the MountainLore podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spreaker, Spotify, YouTube Music, or on your favorite podcast app.  Sweet dreams, podcast listeners...

    9 min
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Welcome to MountainLore, bringing you Appalachia's rich tradition of folk tales, ghostly whispers, and bewitching legends. Join us as we tell the timeless tales passed down through generations. From chilling encounters with restless spirits to the lore of cunning folk and mysterious witches, each episode of MountainLore invites you to lose yourself in the magic and mystery of Appalachia's captivating storytelling tradition. Tune in, and let the mountains whisper their secrets.

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  • Creator
    Steve Gilly, Gena Gilly
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2024
  • Episodes
    199
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Steve Gilly
  • Show Website
    MountainLore